CRISPR gene-editing technology is based on a natural immune defense mechanism found in bacteria.

The Abbasid Caliphate fostered advances in science and learning.

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Energy and mass are interchangeable.

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In 1979, a computer error nearly triggered a false nuclear alarm in the United States.

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The Pacific Ring of Fire contains many of the world's active volcanoes.

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Plants release oxygen during photosynthesis.

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Sea lions have demonstrated logical reasoning in experiments.

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In 1983, a Soviet officer refused to report a false missile alert, potentially preventing nuclear war.

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In 1919, the Boston Police Strike left the city without law enforcement for days.

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